15 Modern Ways to Decorate Using the All-Time Classic Print: Stripes

Stripes are a classic print—in fashion, interiors, and everywhere else—for a reason: They’re simple, they have endless variations in terms of size and color, and can be styled to work with just about any look, from boho to minimalist.

Two vibes to avoid when decorating with stripes (and it’s harder than it sounds) are the overly nautical or preppy looks. Both style schools have leaned a little too heavily on stripes to define their look, in my opinion, and now we often associate stripes with one or the other—or both.

These 15 spaces employ smart styling tricks to use stripes in chic, modern ways. Steal these tips to make stripes work in your own space.